Resident Construction Representative
Weston & Sampson
Oversee and inspect geotechnical and construction projects in the DC metro area.
19 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
District of Columbia, United States
Field
Company Size
900 Employees
Service Specialisms
Civil engineering
Site engineering
Environmental engineering
Geotechnical engineering
Structural engineering
Transportation engineering
Architecture
Landscape architecture
Sector Specialisms
Water
Sewer
Electric
Gas
AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction)
Municipal
Commercial
Buildings
Role
What you would be doing
shop drawings
erosion control
field records
punch list
schedule review
client coordination
- Attend pre-construction meetings; check compliance of shop drawings and other construction modifications; measure the quantities and observe quality of construction; prepare daily records of construction work; record and report problems and failures to comply with contract documents and construction management requirements.
- Obtain and maintain applicable certifications for erosion and sediment control inspections.
- Maintain, liaison and attend regular site meetings to anticipate construction work, potential problems, progress, and other job-related conditions.
- Review contract documents, permits and construction management requirements to identify and report degree of Contractor's compliance.
- Review and evaluate Contractor’s work schedules and updates with the Project Manager.
- Prepare and maintain electronic field records efficiently and accurately
- The projects will require careful coordination with the client, contract administration and reporting, and close coordination with engineers working in support.
- May also review and recommend monthly payment estimates; maintain construction “punch lists” to be completed or corrected; provide coordination and assistance related to other requirements; supervise subordinate consultant staff and survey crew as appropriate.
What you bring
autocad
gis
civil engineering
construction inspection
driver’s license
communication
- AutoCAD and GIS experience is a plus
- Excellent public relations, written and verbal communication skills and organizational/time management skills
- The candidate needs to provide a flexible working schedule as project needs arise.
- Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geology, or related field
- Valid driver’s license and able to provide own reliable transportation
- Survey and design engineering experience is a plus
- Experience with general construction inspection policies, procedures and administrative requirements
- Ability to work well with contractors, engineers, and clients
- Two or more years of experience with resident engineering services, underground construction, applied geology or related work a plus
- Experience with erosion and sediment controls a plus
- Working knowledge and experience with interpreting contract documents, including compliance with prevailing safety regulations
- Some local and regional travel may be required.
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Company
Overview
$135M in Revenue
Annual Revenue
The firm generates substantial annual revenue as a privately held company, now fully employee-owned through an ESOP.
125 Years
Company Milestone
In 2024, the company celebrated its 125th anniversary, marking over a century of innovation in wastewater treatment and environmental services.
- Founded in 1899 by Robert Spurr Weston, the firm pioneered U.S. wastewater treatment and grew with George Sampson to become a water-treatment innovator.
- From a one-person consultancy in Boston, it expanded across the East Coast into a multi-practice engineering and environmental services firm.
- Today it delivers interdisciplinary design, engineering, and environmental services for public and private sectors, tackling projects from parks to water treatment plants.
- Typical engagements include large urban park renewals, flood mitigation studies, PFAS removal at treatment facilities, and structural engineering for civic plazas.
- Sector strengths include infrastructure systems and water resource projects, supported by environmental permitting, geotechnical, landscape architecture, and construction management.
- Unusual facts: it continues to build on century-old innovations in wastewater treatment while evolving into climate resiliency and community revitalization.
Over 100 Years
Years of Tradition
The firm has a proud history and deep roots in its community, with over a century of experience.
- Interdisciplinary collaboration across engineering, environmental, planning and landscape teams
- Commitment to innovation and reliability on every project
- Emphasis on meaningful, community‑impacting work (‘improving the communities where you live, work, and play’)
- Fun workplace culture that values growth and professional development
1,000+ energy audits
Conducted energy audits
The company has conducted over 1,000 energy audits to optimize energy efficiency.
2050 net-zero target
Municipal climate plan
Municipalities like Andover are aiming for net-zero by 2050 through tailored plans.
Every 50 miles
EV charging stations
installed ultra-fast EV charging stations every 50 miles as part of MassDOT's NEVI initiative.
$190K+ grant
Green infrastructure project
Received a significant grant for a green infrastructure project in Rhode Island.
- Provides energy & sustainability consulting including GHG inventories, climate action planning, renewable energy feasibility and audits.
- Supports renewable energy projects: solar, PV, geothermal, biomass, wind; plus EV charging infrastructure.
- Developed/led municipal Climate Action & Sustainability Plans aligned to net-zero targets.
- Delivered zero-net-energy training programs for Salem and Beverly to support building retrofit targets.
- No DEI strategy or gender statistics publicly available
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